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Incorporation for FilipinosSEC registration for Filipino-owned companiesFrom ₱45,000PricingEvery Korp price on one page, VAT inclusiveAll servicesBusiness registration guide GuideThe six stages, in order, from your address to your first hireSEC incorporation GuideName, purposes, capital, people and address
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Incorporation for ForeignersMixed or 100% foreign-owned, set up onlineFrom ₱90,000Entity vs EOR calculatorCompare owning an entity with an Employer of RecordFree toolBusiness registration for foreigners GuideOwnership limits, capital, vehicle and boardSEC incorporation GuideWhat goes into the filing, with notes for foreign founders
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BIR tax registrationTIN, books, invoices and Certificate of Registration₱30,000LGU permitsBarangay clearance through to your Mayor’s Permit₱20,000Trademark registrationClearance search, IPOPHL filing and DAU deadlines₱35,000BIR registration GuideThe 30-day deadline, invoices and your first returnsBusiness permit GuideYour Mayor’s permit, what you pay and the January renewalEmployer registration GuideSSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG before your first hire
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Corporate secretaryGIS, minutes, registers and certificates₱10,000 / monthVirtual officeRegistered address and agency mail handling₱7,500 / quarterRegistered address GuideWhat the SEC, BIR and city hall need from your address
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Incorporation for foreigners

Open your Philippine company from anywhere.

Up to 100% foreign ownership where the law allows. Korp specialists structure, file and track your SEC incorporation online, so you can set up without flying in.

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Price
From ₱90,000
Ownership
Up to 100% foreign
You receive
Certificate of Incorporation
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Oct21
Articles filed via eSPARC
Signed online from abroad
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Domestic corporation · Foreign-owned
Documents
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Ownership eligibility confirmed
Done
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Non-resident TINs
Issued
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Name verification
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For Foreign-owned Businesses

Full SEC registration + optional end-to-end setup for foreign-owned companies

Korp is not a bank, government office, or agency, and is not affiliated with or authorized by any government body. We are a private service that facilitates company registration in the Philippines and provides legal advisory for corporate compliance. All government documents, certificates, and permits are issued directly by the relevant government agencies.

Mixed ownership (≤40%)

For foreign ventures securing their Philippine entity. Choose SEC incorporation first or go fully operational from day one.
Full SEC registration + optional end-to-end setup for companies with minority foreign participation
Starter

SEC incorporation only

For companies with minority foreign participation that want to establish their legal entity with SEC first. Additional support can be added later based on needs.
₱90,000
US$1,500 · one-time
Incl. 12% VAT, gov fees & internal expenses
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SEC Incorporation of a Domestic Corporation
SEC government fees for Authorized Capital up to PHP 1M
Name reservation and verification with SEC
Preparation and submission of SEC forms, Articles of Incorporation (AOI), and By-Laws through eSPARC
Coordination of digital signatures of incorporators and officers
Assistance with Treasurer-in-Trust (TIT) affidavit and paid-up capital compliance
Monitoring and addressing SEC comments/clarifications until issuance of Certificate of Incorporation
Preparation and turnover of post-incorporation documents: Stock and transfer book / Membership register / Share certificates / Corporate minutes book
Additional services
Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) registration for foreign incorporators + PHP 10,000 per incorporator when applicable

Majority Foreign-Owned (>40%)

For foreign-owned businesses that want a turnkey setup, covering incorporation through full operational readiness in the Philippines.
Full SEC registration + optional end-to-end setup for companies with majority foreign participation
Starter

SEC incorporation only

For Foreign ventures seeking to secure their Philippine entity with SEC before proceeding with licenses, banking, and other operational requirements.
₱120,000
US$2,000 · one-time
Incl. 12% VAT, gov fees & internal expenses
Get started
SEC Incorporation of a Domestic Corporation
SEC government fees for Authorized Capital up to PHP 1M
Name reservation and verification with SEC
Preparation and submission of SEC forms, Articles of Incorporation (AOI), and By-Laws through eSPARC
Coordination of digital signatures of incorporators and officers
Assistance with Treasurer-in-Trust (TIT) affidavit and paid-up capital compliance
Monitoring and addressing SEC comments/clarifications until issuance of Certificate of Incorporation
Preparation and turnover of post-incorporation documents: Stock and transfer book / Membership register / Share certificates / Corporate minutes book
Additional services
Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) registration for foreign incorporators + PHP 10,000 per incorporator when applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a foreigner own 100% of a business in the Philippines?

Yes — up to 100% for export-oriented businesses or with a minimum $200,000 investment. Otherwise, foreign ownership is generally capped at 40% without additional capital requirements.

Do I need to be in the Philippines to register?

No, most of the registration process can be completed remotely through Korp's online platform.

How long does the process take from abroad?

Typically 2 to 6 weeks, and most incorporations are completed entirely online — 9 out of 10 clients never need to visit a government office.

Planning to relocate to run the business?

See our guide to Philippine visas for foreign entrepreneurs for the immigration options available alongside incorporation.

Read: Visas for Foreigners in the Philippines — 2026 Guide →

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From Anywhere.

9 out of 10 incorporations are completed entirely online, no office visits needed.

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